2028 Summer Associate Program, Real Estate

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

About the Role

An opportunity for 2Ls to join our 2028 Summer Program as a Summer Associate in our Real Estate department in our Atlanta office. The program offers a strong educational component supported by practical learning opportunities. Summer Associates will work closely with Seyfarth partners, who are committed to their professional development, with a team of partner and associate mentors providing individualized feedback and coaching. Summer Associates are assigned to a specific department for the entire summer, allowing for deeper knowledge, insights, and experiences in a particular practice area.

Key Responsibilities

• Work on actual client cases and projects.
• Attend client meetings.
• Shadow attorneys on a variety of deals and cases for hands-on learning.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Completed one year of law school by the spring of 2027.
• Expecting a JD in May 2029.
• Demonstrated academic achievement.
• An appreciation for collaboration and teamwork.
• A clear interest in Real Estate, evidenced by coursework, certificate programs, or prior work experience.

What We Provide

Summer Associates gain hands-on experience that builds upon their law school education through:

• A specialized training curriculum, including substantive legal seminars.
• Training in ethics, client service, marketing, legal writing, communication, and finance taught by leading practitioners.
• Practical learning opportunities, such as attending depositions, court appearances, closings, and client meetings.
• Cutting-edge legal work on active cases and client projects.

Submission Requirements

Please submit your resume, cover letter, undergraduate transcript, law school transcript (when available), and a writing sample.

Compensation

Annualized salary of $225,000.

Location

Atlanta, GA 30309